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Wilkinson quits as B.C. Liberal leader before a replacement is chosen

Wilkinson quits as B.C. Liberal leader before a replacement is chosen

In an earlier than expected announcement, Andrew Wilkinson quit before an interim leader was selected for the party.
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Additional funds for heating project approved by Powell River council

Additional funds for heating project approved by Powell River council

Upgrades at recreation complex require more money
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B.C. Ferries raked over the coals on U.S. late night TV amid financial woes

B.C. Ferries raked over the coals on U.S. late night TV amid financial woes

The interesting publicity comes at a difficult financial time for the corporation
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City of Powell River manager proposes weekly recycling

City of Powell River manager proposes weekly recycling

Pilot project for route E would result in more pickup opportunities
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Powell River mayor urges compliance with new provincial health regulations

Powell River mayor urges compliance with new provincial health regulations

Powell River residents were encouraged to follow provincial health regulations by City of Powell River Council members at a November 19 meeting. Mayor Dave Formosa said Dr.
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Some fitness classes resume at Powell River Recreation Complex

Some fitness classes resume at Powell River Recreation Complex

City of Powell River will resume some indoor group fitness classes at Powell River Recreation Complex after provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry issued new restrictions and orders on November 19.
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BC Ferries’ second quarter results show pandemic continues to hurt bottom line

BC Ferries’ second quarter results show pandemic continues to hurt bottom line

BC Ferries says the provincial health orders that were put in place Nov. 8 for Vancouver Coastal Health and Fraser Health, and expanded provincewide Nov.
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Short film made by students in Powell River wins prize

Short film made by students in Powell River wins prize

The Emergency Brake features strong environmental message
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On-demand transit vehicle arrives in Powell River

On-demand transit vehicle arrives in Powell River

Zunga Bus will provide new type of service in the city
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Burnaby biotech company starts human trials of oral COVID-19 vaccine

Burnaby biotech company starts human trials of oral COVID-19 vaccine

Symvivo received funding of up to $2.8 million from the federal government’s National Research Council
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